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Hungry's Café & Bistro
Categories: Restaurants Canadian (New) Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch Canadian (New), Breakfast & Brunch [Edit]
2356 Rice BlvdHouston, TX 77005
Neighbourhood: West University
(713) 523-8652
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 11 am - 10 pm
Fri 11 am - 11 pm
Sat 9 am - 11 pm
Sun 9 am - 10 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street, Private Lot, Valet
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
John P. said: "Went here on a Friday night and truly loved it. It wasn't too crowded for an 8pm seating, no waiting, and pick your own table too - outside. Our appetizer was superb, venison carpaccio - gotta love it! All items were hot and served…" read more »
124 reviews for Hungry's Café & Bistro
Review Highlights
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"The wedge salad was an added bonus." In 16 reviews -
"Pita bread is always fresh and good." In 9 reviews -
"Good, clean, fresh, healthy food." In 6 reviews
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124 reviews in English
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Review from Fred L.
Newton, NH
5/23/2012
To start with, this restaurant has been around for 35 years. So... something has to be right for them to have stayed around for so long........
I have been to this restaurant on several occasions and my father has been here at least 10 times in the last few months. It is very easy to get to from Rice Village as it is on Rice Blvd and the outside seating is very nice during the not so hot Houston days.
The menu has a decent selection and when you walk in they have a table that displays the daily specials. It is nice to see what the finished product is going to look like before ordering. The pricing is also fair as this is higher quality food in a college oriented area.
I have had the Teriyaki Flatbread Pizza which is $10 and it comes on a wood plank. My father has had the Sonoma Chicken Salad as a wrap for $8.50 and it is also very good. I have also had the Tomato Basil "cup" of soup for $3.5 and a bowl for $5.00. I thought the soup was OK but the Flatbread made up for it.
The delivery charges are rather high to the medical center area otherwise I would be more willing to order delivery to my hotel on nights that I elect not to go out. -
Review from Sarah G.
Houston, TX
4/2/2012
Good heavens... It took myself way too long to finally come eat here. It's fairly popular among college friends of mine, and for a solid reason! Decent prices, healthy dishes and an über convenient location near Rice Village.
This bistro could fit a number of occasions, but ideally date night or a family dinner out. It's a casually classy spot where you don't feel like the servers are flipping tables or intimidated by loud people around you. Definitely headed back soon! -
Review from Miranda L.
Bellaire, TX
3/30/2012 1 Check-in Here
I've been to both locations on Memorial and Rice Blvd. Both have small parking lots so they tend to fill up pretty quickly during prime time. However, valet is an option.
Pros:
-large menu (pizzas, salads, pastas, sandwiches, brunch, etc.)
-can either order at the counter or have table service
-the kabob plate, chicken baja wrap, capellini pesto rosa, and croissant french toast are pretty good
-big portions
Cons:
-limited parking
-large menu = nothing spectacular
This place is good for a quick and casual lunch or dinner.Listed in: Best Brunches
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Review from Rebecca v.
Houston, TX
3/19/2012 1 Check-in Here
The decor of this restaurant is depressing to say the least. it is a dingy 80's style.
the music is depressing, they have it on soft rock- nothing hip or current about it.
The food is good, but the portions are small for what you are paying for.
They have alot of healty options and the location is great, right in Rice Village. I think this place is good for lunch, but if you go in for dinner the overall atmosphere is pretty depressing. -
Review from Natasha S.
Clear Lake, Houston, TX
4/23/2012 1 Check-in Here
The Service isn't good. Workers aren't friendly. The hostess gave attitude right when we walked in. They do have good food though so check it out. Or don't
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Review from Lindsey C.
Houston, TX
5/2/2012 5 Check-ins Here
I LOVE the California on Wheat (without mayo) My Fiance loves the beef fajita salad (both with beef or chicken). Ther servers are always awesome. Great service even when they are busy. The anaheim chicken is also very good. Their black bean soup is tasty, but more like cooked blak beans with very little sauce, so it is more like just eating black beans (I like my soup at least partially pureed, or the beans falling apart). The mojitos are very good, but they are very sweet which I like. One Sunday we went there for brunch and we ordered a pitcher of Mojitos, which was not on the menu. It came out to about three full glasses and cost $21 (A single Mojito would have cost $7, so there was no real reason/discount to order a pitcher except if you did not want to have to wait for another.
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Review from Mark B.
Houston, TX
4/11/2012
I have had 10 - 15 different dishes here. Pretty much every dish is bland. There is simply nothing special about the food or restaurant. Oh, and do NOT order Mama's Meatloaf. I don't know Mama, but someone needs to throw her from the train... It is fibrous and almost inedible
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Review from NICKEY P.
Houston, TX
3/11/2012
I have been a customer at Hungry's Bistro and Cafe for 18 years. I have always received great food and customer service until tonight.
We called in our order and the person that answered the phone was rude. My friend placed her order first and then I placed my order. I had a question about the Salmon. I asked her how was it prepared and if it had oil in the recipe. She responded that of coarse there was oil because it was grilled. I then asked what type of oil was used on the Salmon and she curtly responded that it was grilled with Salmon oil.
Salmon Oil is not used for cooking. When we arrived at the restaurant I asked for the manager and I told her that I wanted to talk to her about the person who took our order over the phone. She asked why and I told her that the person that we placed our order with was rude. She said I took your order and I was not rude. She asked why we were upset but after her response we did not go into details about how she made us feel. She came back to the table to tell us that she was bringing another manager to speak with us since we did not feel comfortable talking to her.
A male manager came to our table and asked us what the issue was. We tried to explain to him and he interrupted us repeatedly and he kept saying that the lady manager was nervous and the system was down and this was the first time this has happened. He never apologized, I explained to him about the oil and he informed me that they used olive....not Salmon Oil. I told him that she did not allow me the opportunity to tell her that I could not have oil in my food,
So my friend explained that we just wanted an apology, he kept interrupting and she told him that he was not listening and he said ok fine and walked off. I walked to the bar and asked when our food would be ready and the female manager came to the bar. I then explained to her what I felt she did wrong. I told her that I was a Chef and Salmon oil was not used for cooking. She informed me that she was also a Chef and Salmon Oil was used for cooking.
There was a couple of other exchanges and the food took longer than normal. We asked for the General managers number. The guy manager did not want to give the information but eventually gave in. The lady manager passed by and put the business card on the bar and said that the General manager would be glad to hear from us. To me that was saying go ahead and call she is not going to do anything to me!
When we returned home and opened the container there was so much grease on my Salmon and Vegetables way more that it should have been. I am on a 500 calorie diet and I ate it because I went to long without eating.
Tonight was my last visit to Hungry's I will not spend another dime there.
The service and food was horrible! -
Review from Elizabeth M.
Houston, TX
2/20/2012
Sunday Brunch
Good:
Wedge Salad as a side to Sandwiches - drizzled with feta dressing and topped with tomatoes - delish.
The cocktails
Sandwiches
Bad:
Portions are small
Upcharges for everything (if served with rice and beans, upcharge to sub for the salad)
Drinks - cocktails and juices - are very pricey and quite small (think champagne glass size for $9.
Terrible service - I love this place and continue to expect the service to be awesome, but it is always terrible. Sat for 10 minutes without waters. -
Review from Angela R.
Humble, TX
2/22/2012
DELICIOUS!!! My husband and I will be dining here again. We had the Hungry's sampler which has couscous, jalpeno hummus, and regular hummus. The hummus is the best I've EVER had. The jalapeno hummus was spicy and smooth. The pita bread was soft and very yummy. I was not fond of the couscous, mostly because it was sweet. My husband loved it though. I had the mediterranean wrap. It was really good! I wasn't a fan of the lamb and beef that went in to it. There was too much for me. I just took some of it out and ate it with less. It came with a wedge salad with feta jalapeno dressing. What a dynamite dressing! My husband had the Chicken Gyro. He loved it! I took a few of his fries. They are homemade, and deliciously seasoned! I will definitely be craving them.
Long story short: Great atmosphere and food. What could be better? It's a MUST! -
Review from Meredith D.
River Oaks, Houston, TX
2/3/2012 4 Check-ins Here
I looove Hungry's. Their appetizer wedge salad with jalapeño dressing, humus and pita bread, beef fajita wraps, and Tuscan chicken are SO GOOD. I've also had some good brunch menu items. Their strawberry lemonade is delish, but sadly no free refills. :(
The service ranges from good to spotty, but I think some of those waiters were new so I'm willing to give them the benefit of the doubt.
There is complimentary valet parking and they recently opened up new parking -which makes it far less stressful to park in Rice Village during peak hours. -
Review from Jenny B.
10/16/2011
I'd go there for their carrot cake alone. I don't even like carrot cake, or didn't until I had theirs. It is phenomenal.
I hate to hear that people have had bad service here. I've had most of my meals to-go, but those that I've dined in have been served fine. Perhaps on the slow side, but never bad.
I go here for the vast options. If I crave a gyro, I think it is best at Yai Yai Marys. And, the regular hummus at Hungry's is pretty bland (stick with the jalapeno kind). But, for soups, salads and various sandwiches, this place is great.
PS: Valet is free aside from providing a tip. On that side of town, I'd gladly have someone park my car. -
Review from Lauren T.
10/1/2011
Tasty food, absolutely AWFUL service!!!
Lowlights:
Our waiter had to be flagged down multiple times to refill our drinks and we ended up having to ask another waiter a third time to refill my friend's soda.
Waiter would barely speak to us "twelve-year-old boy with no social skills" style and mumbled when he asked us if we wanted to order. Slammed the drinks and dishes on the table really hard and never once bussed the old dishes. Had to ask the hostess to bus the appetizer dish for us.
Got two of our orders wrong, food came out way after appetizer. Icing on the cake: at the end of the meal, with our table covered in dishes and us having literally just taken our last bite, our waiter finally asks us an audible question: "Do you...want...(dessert? more drinks? anything else? NO!)...your check?" Nice.
We would have had a better experience if we served ourselves. And furthermore, in an economy where Harvard grads are begging for a job, any job, it infuriates me to see apathetic, inexperienced college students with a crappy work ethic filling positions. I mean, we all gotta learn sometime, but dudes like our waiter should be pushing corn dogs at the mall. Just sayin. -
Review from Sean H.
Katy, TX
I must have driven past this place a thousand times going to Rice Village. I greatly enjoyed the atmosphere and the service staff were super friendly. The prices were not bad and I was happy to find out that they serve brunch till 3 p.m. The spinach dip was very good and the fries that came with my burger were seasoned very nicely. I can't wait to go back and try some more of their items.
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Review from Janna L.
8/14/2011
I went to Hungry's with a group of friends for Sunday brunch. Parking was limited so I was relieved to see complimentary valet. I walked straight in and sat down with my friends. As soon as I arrived, the waiter asked to take my drink order. I asked for a bloody mary with just a lil heat. It came out and was exactly what I wanted- served up in a large pint glass with just enough spice.
For brunch I ordered the greek egg white omelette with tomatoes, feta, and spinach. They were accommodating when I asked for dry whole wheat toast instead of the potatoes it came with. It also came with fresh fruit, which I felt was lacking in portion size. Just one slice of each type of fruit left me wanting more. Overall the food was delicious though and I was impressed with how light the omelette tasted. The feta was creamy and melty inside the omelette and the portion was perfectly sized. I left feeling satisfied but not overly stuffed.
The waiter asked if he'd like us to split the bill, and since I was fifth-wheeling it for the day, we made it slightly complicated for him. No worries though, he was happy to do it. Great service, quality food, and a fun atmosphere...I'll return for sure! -
Review from Jan H.
Houston, TX
5/6/2012
i love this place. sad i have to make a negative comment. food is yummy and servers are great...but i was at dinner last night(may52012) and we always dine on the patio. but this night during our meal one of the owners a little bald dude came in and gave the manager a hard time about seating some people. you could tell she didn't want to sit 6 people where 6 people didn't fit. but the guy insisted and even belittled her about it..but she was right there was no room and it ruined our dinner and i am sure the other table that was on the other side of the squished in table was not pleased as well. in hard time like these we have limited our dinner outings to once or twice a week, we would not like to feel like sardines while spending our hard earned money. kudos to managment..thumbs down to owners..move over and let the girl do her job! she seems to know what she is doing!
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Review from Kathy Z.
8/7/2011
Delicious healthy food. It's so refreshing when your food doesn't come out in a big greasy blob!
Hungry's takes restaurant food and makes it healthier. I've been for lunch and dinner. Both menus have good variety, and more often than not, I have trouble narrowing down to just one dish.
My pick for lunch is the gyro plate. The meat is tender. The sauce is sharp but not pungent. The portion is just right for lunch. Good, safe choice
My pick for dinner are the fajitas. Sure it's not as authentic as a real TexMex place, but it's so much better for you. The portion is huge! I had enough leftover for lunch next day.
Seriously, more restaurants need to serve creative healthy food like Hungry's. Put the Big Mac down, and eat some pita bread with hummus. It won't kill you. In fact, you'll have a healthier heart and live longer!
I've noticed some negative critiques on their service. From my experience, the servers here aren't the sharpest. (During dinner once, I saw the same food runner go to the wrong table twice.) I, however, can over look that since they are the only healthy food restaurant I like. -
Review from Teresa M.
7/31/2011
Welcome to River Oaks in the Rice Village. If you're going here you should be craving one thing only: it really seems that their menu is a combination of avocado, sun dried tomatoes, black beans, mushrooms, red peppers, and that's about it. The hamburgers are good, and the wraps are fine; it's just that for a white table cloth restaurant I'd expect something else.
Don't even bother trying to park in this lot; go another block and park somewhere else.
I've generally had decent service here; although on a 6 person ticket we did have someone not get the fries they substituted.
I do like the wedge salad too! Veggie friendly which is always a plus! Would be more enthusiastic about this place if the stuffy factor went down, the prices went down, or there was more variety on the menu... -
Review from Chris C.
7/6/2011
This place feels too stuffy and upscale for Mediterranean food. And parking suuuuucks and I hate valeting anywhere.
For lunch, you order at the counter. But for dinner, it's standard table-side service.
Nothing really stood out for me the few times I was there, as I rather have gone somewhere else for somewhere less pretentious. -
Review from Elliott B.
Houston, TX
12/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
Had a great brunch here, with a peppery bloody mary and a nice plate of eggs. The service was fine, though the meal for the two of us -- single entree each -- ran dangerously close to overwhelming our small table. We parked around the corner and avoided the lot, and have only been here for a morning meal.
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Review from Sophia V.
Houston, TX
4/12/2011
Great place for brunch and lunches! They have a great variety of appetizers from crab cakes to hummus. Tasty! The service is great here and the people are extremely friendly.
My favorite quick bites here would have to be the Chicken & Avocado wrap, Anaheim Chicken, and the Croissant French Toast!
I could have Hungry's at anytime. Just say when, and i'll be there! -
Review from Melinda G.
Houston, TX
8/5/2011
Let me first start by saying I have never written a review for anything before but I just had to for this place. For those who just want me to cut to the chase, TERRIBLE SERVICE.
Living and working in the Med/ Rice area, I would frequently drive by this place and always thought it looked like a good place to try because it has great curb appeal. Yesterday my boyfriend and I thought we'd give it a go. The hostess greeted us and sat us at table right next to the kitchen/ bar serving area. I wish I could rate this place on it's food but unfortunately I cannot because we walked out after waiting over ten minutes for a server to come to our table. No beverage order, no "Hi, I'll be right with you". Nothing.
I would have understood the wait if it had been really busy, but it was dead (less than 10 seated tables). What's most embarrassing for this restaurant is where we were sitting, directly next to the computer station where the servers place their orders. I made eye contact with at least 3 of the 5 servers to see if one of them was our server, but they'd just look at me blankly and walk right on by. Even if we weren't their table, they should at least noticed my unhappy look on my face and at least offered to get us started on drinks until our server could come. All in all, this place has terrible costumer service and their wait staff is seems rude and inattentive. We left and went to Ruggles Cafe Bakery just down the street and had a great lunch. -
Review from Prince V.
Danbury, CT
12/22/2011
Crowded place for friday lunch. I had to valet park. Menu has good selections. Pricey but its rice village. Everything here is pricey. Food tasted good. Fresh. Their french fries are so tasty but very oily. Service is not that great. They don't have a clue who took the order. Might give them a chance again months down the road. I has the gyro plate. Meat was less but juicy and flavorful.
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Review from Kari M.
Ranch jalapeno salad dressing on a massive literal wedge salad - amazing.
Hummus with pita bread so soft I couldn't believe it was really pita.
The Baja Chicken wrap was very good. It was like a healthy burrito. The chicken was tender, the avocado was very fresh, I loved the beans. I wasn't sure what to get but I was so glad I got the wrap.
It's very yuppie and I am pretty certain that almost everyone in here was white. It was kind of stuffy in that way and I won't lie that I felt like I was being judged by half of the people that I walked by on the way to my table.
But despite that, I liked the food enough to say I'd go again, but maybe with my girlfriends instead of my husband who was itching to get out of this place! -
Review from Rosmari M.
Houston, TX
Came here around 7 on a Wednesday night and it was pretty busy, but not extremely packed. It's Rice Village so the parking sucks and the lot is valet only with a few self-park spots for to-go orders. Like others have said, the place is pretty yuppie, so I don't foresee myself ever going there for a sit-down meal anyway.
I had the chicken parmesan focaccia sandwich which came with a side wedge salad. I've never really liked eggplant or mushrooms, but in the context of the sandwich, I actually enjoyed them. The chicken was well-cooked and not dry at all. The marinara sauce and cheese were delicious as well. The wedge salad was an added bonus. It took me a while to figure out the best approach for me to eat it, but the feta cheese dressing and fresh lettuce were a good supplement to my sandwich.
I also had a taste of the old-fashioned cheeseburger and fries. The burger was a little dry and pretty simple, but good nonetheless. The fries on the other hand were outstanding. I loved the seasoning on them and wished I had ordered some for myself.
If there were half stars, I'd give this place a 4.5/5. My only objections are to the parking situation and the pricing. It was a little more expensive than I would have liked, but the quality of the food and the restaurant environment sort of explains why. -
Review from Keith G.
Houston, TX
Updated - 7/8/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Went back recently and while the food is/was still good, the service is still nothing to write home about even though it was better than my last visit.
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4/8/2011
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Review from Lan H.
Houston, TX
6/9/2011
After sampling some of their food at one of the Yelp events, I made it a point to go out and try the restaurant again because the samples really stuck with me. The restaurant is located in the Rice Village area. The parking lot isn't so big, but there is valet and plentiful street parking. The location itself is very pretty, and the restaurant has a very modern feel to it. Since I ordered to-go I did not get the chance to sit down and look over the whole menu, etc.
Firstly, based on my order of the Tuscan Chicken alone, I want to give this place a 5 star-rating, however I want to hold-off until I actually get to dine-in there. The dish is delicious. The chicken itself is thinly sliced and absorbs the sauce well. The chicken is high-quality and tender. The key though is the sauce! The sauce, what can I say about this sauce? Creamy with the right amount of Indian spices, you can also taste the sun-dried tomato and walnuts in there as well. I've never seen this combination of creamy Italian-Indian before, maybe I don't go out enough, but the flavor there is awesome! The veggies were also grilled wonderfully, not too soggy or oily.
I also got a Wedge Salad, which other reviewers have mentioned. They really do give you a whole half a wedge of lettuce! It's topped with a tomato and blue cheese dressing. Pretty good and refreshing. If you're into salads, then go ahead and order this one.
I've tried other eateries in the Village area, and I think I've found my new go-to! -
Review from Kayley C.
4/12/2011
I like Hungry's but there are a couple things that can be an issue. First, the bad:
I once got the cocktail of the day (some sort of margarita) and it was not good at all. It was supposed to be some sort of berry concoction but it was not fruity at all. For future reference, try before you order!
Also as others have mentioned: the service is not the best at times. But if you are just going out on a Friday night for a chill time, it won't bother you.
Now for the good:
Lots of veggie options :)
Tomato basil soup is the best I've had... ever. The wedge salad is also really good. The hummus is delicious as well.
The black bean burger is alright. Much better than any sort of frozen burger but I've had better.
Overall, Hungry's is a dependable neighborhood joint with a good vibe and good food. -
Review from Alden B.
Houston, TX
7/17/2011
My friend has eaten here many times in the past but was as surprised as I was by the service. I don't think our server understood English because she got my order wrong, and then when I told her that the meat was overcooked (asked for medium rare and it was medium well), she initially thought I was complimenting the food. The two people that I was with both heard me clearly ask for medium rare and to hold the mushroom sauce (also wrong). One of my friend's water glass went unfilled for 10 minutes.
I would have stayed to talk with the manager about these issues but didn't have the time to do so. I expected better service based upon my friend's past experience, the location, and the pricing. -
Review from Alison L.
4/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
Been here several time and never been disappointed!
-Their wedge salad and their orzo pasta salad is just awesome
-Great vegetarian options, I remember really enjoying their eggplant and roasted red pepper sandwich
-Brunch is great - plenty of egg options, belgian waffles, and you can get carafes of strawberry mimosas to share!
-Came here with a big group once (30+) and it was fantastic - we got the private room on the side, we had 2 dedicated servers, and they even let us all pay separately at the counter
-The only negative is that they have a pretty large menu, I know that's really intimidating for some people (I'm looking at you, David W.) -
Review from Jodi M.
1/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
I haven't been to Hungrys in years, but a couple weeks ago it got recommended to me by two different people!
So, my family and I went there and decided to try it out. Their menu has really expanded over the years and they have something for everyone-raw to fried, pasta to burgers.
I wanted something light, so I got the Mediterranean Grilled Salmon. It came topped with feta and tomatoes,and on the side was green beans and roasted potatoes. It was good! A little dry for me though:/ Everyone else really loved their meal so next time I go back ill make sure to try something a little juicier.
Plus, I need to go their for brunch! There menu looks DELISH.Listed in: Dinner Spots
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Review from Drew R.
Houston, TX
7/11/2011
The food is always solid, and they have several healthy options on the menu. I definitely recommend getting the Hungry's sampler, which features very tasty hummus, baba ganoush, and an incredible curried couscous all served with warm pita break; my wife and I get it each time we go. The service, however, is pretty hit-or-miss depending on how busy it is or the server you get. While the vast majority are very helpful and pleasant, some servers are a bit slow, though this is likely the result of fewer servers being on the floor then the servers themselves.
The seating outside is great, especially in the fall or spring (basically when it's not in the middle of the summer). I recommend going for brunch if you've only been there for dinner or lunch at least once. While it was far from the best brunch in Houston, it was still quite good and it's nice to sit on their patio while sipping flavored mimosas in the early afternoon. -
Review from Sue D.
3/16/2011
Came here to check out the brunch menu...ordered the croissant french toast with a side of bacon ($8.50). An order comes with three huge pieces the size of my head. My head is gigantic. Great texture and buttery taste from the croissant. The fresh strawberries and bananas on top was a great touch. The bacon is need for a balance of sweet and savory, nonetheless, bacon goes with EVERYTHING!
I took a bite of my brother's crab cake eggs benedict and it was just ok. My expectations were too high on the crab cake. The majority was mainly breadcrumbs and other fillers and very little crab. But I guess for only $12 a plate one can't expect more than that. The breakfast flat bread pizza ($8) was pretty good. The crust was as thin as a cracker and topped with eggs, tomatoes, cheese and bacon. Good option for those who are carb-conscious.
The real star of the meal....The Hungry's Sampler ($8). What a tasty array of hummus, couscous, and pureed eggplant dip, served with pita bread. Watch out Niko Nikos...this appetizer is worth ruining your appetite. The spices pack so much punch and the consistency of the dips were just perfect. Will be back just for this! -
Review from Jill S.
New Orleans, LA
11/27/2010
Good food and service! The servers were attentive and patient, even when half our party joined an hour into dinner and in the middle of a shift change.
The menu has a good selection of sandwiches, wraps, salads, and generally healthy-sounding things. It was one of a few meals I had in Houston that didn't leave me overstuffed and icky feeling. At least a couple good vegetarian options, too.
Sit down but somewhat casual, hitting somewhere between Fridays and Olive Garden on my Chain-Equivalent Niceness Scale but much more low-key and no funny cocktails. -
Review from Michelle S.
Houston, TX
2/19/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Always wonderful service. Complimentary valet. Fresh, delicious, and healthy food with a variety in the menu.
Patio outside is lovely at night for a relaxing dinner. -
Review from Caroline K.
Houston, TX
9/28/2010
Hungrys is a good go-to for lunch... especially since I am blackballing cafe express these days.
The building is architecturally pretty neat and there is outdoor seating (like).
I usually end up with either a salad, the chicken sandwich or the black bean burger, all around $10 or less and large enough for leftovers (big plus). Everything I have had has been excellent and I like that they will substitute french fries with a side salad at no charge!!
They have a Sunday night special: buy a bottle of wine and receive a free pizza. Their pizzas are good yall. If you want cheap date night or even to catch up with a pal, this is not a bad idea!
3 stars because of the parking situation - I have a hard time with complimentary vallet... especially when I do not think vallet is even necessary (we're not at brennans people)... to tip?? not to tip?? I usually end up parking across the street to avoid an awkward situation... maybe I am overanalyzing but thats me.Listed in: go-to eateries
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Review from Alex G.
Miami, FL
3/21/2011
I am new to Houston and this place is close to my new house. Dropped in for breakfast, free valet and was seated quickly. Service was good and the breakfast was quite good as well. Great breakfast potatoes, great bread.
Will have to go back for lunch and dinner...it always seems croweded which is a good sign. -
Review from Alison D.
Houston, TX
10/8/2011
I don't get the enthusiasm for Hungry's, with its mediocre, overpriced food and poor service. We used to live on the west side and tried the Hungry's out there a few times without great success, but I decided to try the Rice Village location because I thought I must be missing something. We ordered crab cakes as an appetizer, but they were never delivered. I ordered a lunch special, the salmon wrap with wedge salad, and my mother ordered the trio salad (chicken, crab, and pasta salads). The salmon wrap was overly sweet, the dressing on the salad that sounded so tasty was runny and not very flavorful, the chicken salad was bland, the pasta salad was ho-hum. The crab salad was tasty, though, and the mint iced tea was refreshing on a hot day. I'm done with Hungry's - for good this time.
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Review from Fannet K.
Houston, TX
7/16/2010
When I'm "Hungry" for a light meal.....THIS is my go to!
I have been frequenting Hungry's 4 - EVA and have never been disappointed. I love all their heart healthy and not so healthy options on their HUGE "Mediterranean meets Southwest" menu featuring a variety of apps, sandwiches, salads, pastas and even fish (something for everyone).
Faves:
Hungry's Trio Appetizer - CALLING ALL DIP FANS! I can single handedly devour this three way party of hummus, eggplant dip, and curried couscous complete with golden raisins all surrounded by several fresh triangles of pita, cucumber and tomato. GREAT WAY TO START A MEAL!
Chicken Salad - I'm NOT a chicken salad girl, UNLESS I'm at Hungry's. I love how the chicken is diced finely here as opposed to huge chunks you see in other establishments. This is definitely a healthier option as its mixed with LIGHT mayo. I thoroughly enjoy the refreshing, crisp apples and celery in every bite - WINNER.
Bonus: They offer this salad alone OR as a trio platter featuring a crab salad as well as a fruit salad served on a bed of greens in a light vinaigrette - a great choice if you want variety!
For Veggie Fans: Hungry's has a great Roasted Eggplant and Red Pepper Pita! I substitute the provolone cheese for feta - DELISH
I can go on and on and on but I don't want to lose you!
Waiter service is always pleasant and prompt and prices are fair with most entrees under $10. A lot of yelpers ripped on the "80's decor" at Hungry's but I actually enjoy it. Frankly, I never even thought of it as 80's (sure, the logo is sea foam green and purple but that's where the color explosion ends). So, if this is 80's - it's more like minimalistic 80's versus Punky Brewster 80's (no disrespect to Punky).
Patio Lovers! Hungry's features a great wrap around patio with fans to keep things breezy!
BOTTOM LINE: I am fully confident when introducing Hungry's to all of my friends and Yelpers. A great casual, healthy and pleasant spot in Rice Village for any meal!
Warning: I often use Hungry's for delivery but they do take the whole hour and charge a minimal delivery fee - (I forget the amount, but nothing crazy).
PLEASE NOTE: Don't be fooled by the valet only service. Hungry's is still a casual, affordable restaurant - they strictly provide it as a courtesy to customers since they know their parking is limited. Fee: Tip only! -
Review from Heidi S.
12/9/2010
All I got to try at the event this evening was.....TUSCAN Chicken...it was soo freaking good. I love the creaminess, the spices, it was all just so good.
That is one of the many things I love about YELP! I get introduced to these wonderful places in my hometown that I have never heard of or just never made it to.
I do hope to frequent this establishment and update this review!
